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Christian

• A worldwide support network for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender individuals who were, or still are, associated with Jehovah's Witnesses
• Strives to help LGBT JWs and ex-JWs find self-acceptance
• Acknowledges the anti-gay nature of JW teachings (and seems in large part to skew towards ex-Witnesses), but doesn鈥檛 focus on condemning the Watchtower organization; instead strives to help LGBT Jehovah鈥檚 Witnesses find self-acceptance

• An inclusive organization for LGBT Mormons, their families, and allies
• Offers a safe space where gay Mormons can ask questions, feel affirmed, and connect with others who have gone through similar experiences
• Offers various online events and groups/communities

• Supports queer Christians to find community within the United Church of Canada; helps foster affirming churches; works to end discrimination in both the church and society
• Their website Includes resources, worship materials, and a list of affirming ministries

• Resources to build communities within the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) that welcome聽persons of all gender expressions and sexual orientations
• Events listing (online events included), list of affirming ministries, and opt-in mailing list聽

• A North American Quaker organization focused on affirming and upholding that of God in all people, particularly the members of the LGBT community

(formerly New Direction Ministries)

• A Christian organization that works to dismantle religious-based harm, pursue intersectional justice, and celebrate LGBTQ2+ lives in the church and elsewhere

• Supported by the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Canada, Q Faith Community meets online on Sundays. Browse the website for more resources, member stories and more

• Provides a safe spiritual and social community to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex current and former Seventh-day Adventists, their families, and allies
• Offers events (including worship), programming, and theological resources

(USA)

• Supports Baptist churches in being and becoming affirming of all people, regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation
• Mostly US-based, but includes some congregations in the GTA

Jewish

JQueer is a community of Jewish LGBTQIA+ students (mostly from 91社区 and Concordia) and young professionals in Montreal, created through social events, outreach, and education.聽jqueermtl [at] gmail.com (Email)

• Works for full LGBTQ equality and inclusion in Jewish life
• US-based organization, but currently running online events
• Offers relevant online resources and articles (including on Jewish text and tradition, and on queer Jews of colour)

Islam

• An inclusive Muslim community, affirming the full equality of all people
• Queer affirming, gender equal, and welcoming to people of all faiths and social backgrounds
• Began at Toronto鈥檚 Unity Mosque, but now has several chapters across Canada

• Support, social, and advocacy group for queer Muslims
• Currently has chapters in Toronto and Vancouver

• QIST promotes the idea that research into the complex and nuanced consideration of the matter of sexuality including sexual diversity is part of human understanding and part of Islamic studies
• QIST confirms the spaces and activities created by Queer Muslims to align with the sacred mandate of human dignity or karamah.

(The Lady Imam YouTube channel)

• Feminist and womanist approaches to Islam
• Several talks and interviews by and with Queer Muslims ()

Sikh

• An organization dedicated to fostering LGBT inclusion in Sikhism
• Campaigns against homophobia, promotes awareness of LGBT issues and resources, and creates mutually supportive spaces for LGBT Sikhs
• Mostly UK-based, but is currently offering online programming

Hinduism

• International, nonsectarian, mostly online group; mostly subscribes to Gaudiya Vaishnavism (a branch of Vaishnava Hinduism)
• Educates Hindus about LGBTQI people (including the Vedic 鈥渢hird sex鈥�), emphasizes the inclusiveness of Hindu teachings, and serves as a supportive forum for LGBTQI Hindus
• Their website includes an FAQ and positive scripture passages re LGTBQI issues

Buddhism

• Based in San Francisco, but all programs are currently online due to COVID-19
• Offers Zoom meditation sessions and dharma talks, as well as an online audio archive of past talks

• Connects LGBTQ+ Buddhists, friends, and allies (in Europe and beyond)
• Shares resources on Buddhism and LGBTQ+ issues (e.g. articles, talks, videos)

Other

• Conversations with artists, healers & activists聽who enliven, heal & empower聽the LGBTQ+ Communities

UPLIFT Trans/Nonbinary Monthly Gathering (Unitarian Universalist)

• A monthly gathering focused on trans, nonbinary, and other not (completely or at all) cis UUs. A forum to connect with other trans/nonbinary UUs and to co-create support and intergenerational community.
• Fourth Tuesday of the month at 8pm ET. .
• aballou [at] uua.org (Email)

• A global movement based out of Toronto which confronts religious-based LGBTI discrimination.
• Offers support, resources, and events.
• info [at] rainbowfaithandfreedom.org (Email) |

Drag & Spirituality Summit聽invites drag artists, spiritual leaders, and community members from around the globe to support the exploration and celebration of the intersections of drag & spirituality